Childcare assistance for mothers is delivered primarily through the Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG/CCDF), Head Start, Early Head Start, and state pre-K. CCDF subsidies are administered by each state's lead agency (usually the Department of Human Services) and help families pay for licensed care while parents work, attend school, or participate in training — eligibility typically up to 85% of state median income. Head Start serves children 3–5 from families below the Federal Poverty Level; Early Head Start covers birth to 3 plus pregnant women. Child Care Aware (1-800-424-2246) and state Resource & Referral agencies match families to providers. This directory includes each state's CCDF office, Head Start programs, and R&R agencies.
New Jersey Superior Court Family Part handles family law in each of its 15 vicinages. The Office of Child Support Services operates under DHS. Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Elizabeth, and Trenton are the largest cities. Legal Services of New Jersey coordinates six regional LSC programs, and the New Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence (NJCEDV) supports women statewide.
Based in New Jersey, NJ Child Care Subsidy Program supports New Jersey women navigating subsidies, voucher programs, Head Start, and early-learning placements. Phone (800) 332-9227 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm — confirm by phone before driving in. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.
(800) 332-9227 · Statewide program · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Grow NJ Kids Quality Rating works with women across New Jersey on subsidies, voucher programs, Head Start, and early-learning placements. Phone (877) 667-9845 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Hours are Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.
(877) 667-9845 · Statewide program · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Based in New Jersey, NJ Early Head Start supports New Jersey women navigating subsidies, voucher programs, Head Start, and early-learning placements. Reach the team at (800) 332-9227 to schedule a screening. Service hours run Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm; ask about after-hours options if needed. Free of charge for women meeting income or program eligibility.
(800) 332-9227 · Statewide program · Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm · Visit Website
NJ State Pre-K is a New Jersey childcare resource helping mothers with subsidies, voucher programs, Head Start, and early-learning placements. Dial (609) 292-4469 for an initial conversation about your situation. Service hours run Mon-Fri school hours; ask about after-hours options if needed. Free of charge for women meeting income or program eligibility.
(609) 292-4469 · Statewide program · Mon-Fri school hours · Visit Website
YMCA of Greater NJ — Childcare provides subsidies, voucher programs, Head Start, and early-learning placements for women in New Jersey. Reach the team at (973) 758-9622 to schedule a screening. Hours are Mon-Fri 6:30am-6pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.
(973) 758-9622 · Multiple NJ locations · Mon-Fri 6:30am-6pm · Visit Website
Federal hub for finding quality child care, financial assistance, and learning about state subsidies for working mothers and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for working mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on subsidized childcare placement, after-school programs, preschool, and provider referrals. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Federal office administering Child Care and Development Fund. Subsidies and quality programs in every state for working mothers and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for working mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on subsidized childcare placement, after-school programs, preschool, and provider referrals. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Free, federally funded preschool for low-income families with children 0-5. Find a program near you. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for working mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on subsidized childcare placement, after-school programs, preschool, and provider referrals. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Federally funded early childhood program for pregnant women and families with infants and toddlers. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for working mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on subsidized childcare placement, after-school programs, preschool, and provider referrals. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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1-800-424-2246 — free help finding quality, affordable childcare in your community for working mothers and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for working mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on subsidized childcare placement, after-school programs, preschool, and provider referrals. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Resources for parents and professionals on early childhood development from birth to age 3 for working mothers and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for working mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on subsidized childcare placement, after-school programs, preschool, and provider referrals. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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CACFP — federal program reimbursing childcare providers for nutritious meals served to children for working mothers and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for working mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on subsidized childcare placement, after-school programs, preschool, and provider referrals. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Safe, affordable after-school and summer programs for children ages 6-18 nationwide for working mothers and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for working mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on subsidized childcare placement, after-school programs, preschool, and provider referrals. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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NAFCC — supporting quality home-based childcare and helping parents find accredited family providers. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for working mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on subsidized childcare placement, after-school programs, preschool, and provider referrals. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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